This easy 7 Layer Dip recipe has seasoned refried beans, guacamole, sour cream, salsa, cheese, olives, and green onion. It is a total classic that everyone is always excited about.
Dip recipes are guaranteed party pleasers, like our Buffalo Chicken Dip, Whipped Goat Cheese, Spinach Artichoke Dip, or Easy Homemade Salsa.
7-Layer Bean Dip is layers of perfection, ready in minutes.
7-Layer Bean Dip is layers of perfection, ready in minutes.I think a good ol' fashioned 7-layer dip is just about the easiest and quickest dip to make. I love how easy it is to prep, with ingredients I usually keep on hand. Everyone loves it, and my kids even eat it with a spoon instead of chips.
How to Make 7-Layer Bean Dip:
Flavor Beans: if using canned refried beans, it's crucial to give them some extra flavor. We season them with cumin, garlic powder, and chili powder. My mom always used to squirt a little of this green sauce in there too. There are no strong rules here – just make them taste good! It will make a big difference in the end result.
Mash Avocado: Add 1 Tablespoon of lime or lemon juice to prevent the avocado from going brown.
Layer: Spread the refried beans into an even layer in a platter, then cover with mashed avocados, sour cream, salsa, shredded cheese, olives, and sprinkle the green onion on top. You are welcome to add any more of your favorite toppings. Refrigerate this easy 7 layer dip until ready to serve with tortilla chips, or feel free to eat it plain!
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Recipe
7 Layer Bean Dip
Ingredients
- 2 cans refried beans (black or pinto)
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 3 avocados , peeled and seeded
- 1 Tablespoon lime juice (or lemon juice)
- 8 oz sour cream
- 3/4 cup salsa
- 1 1/2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese , cheddar or Monterrey Jack
- 6 ounces sliced black olives
- 2 green onions , chopped
- 1 roma tomato diced, for garnish (optional)
- tortilla chips , for serving
Instructions
- Season beans: Add the refried beans to a mixing bowl. Season with chili powder, cumin and garlic powder. Taste and add more seasoning if desired. Spread beans into a single layer on a large serving plate or in a 9×13'' pan.
- Mash avocado: Add avocado and lemon/lime juice to a bowl and mash well with a fork. Spread into an even layer, over the beans.
- Layer: Spread cream into an even layer, over the avocado. Dollop small spoonfuls of salsa next. Sprinkle with cheese, olives, and lastly, green onion. We also like to add a diced tomato for garnish (optional).
- Refrigerate until ready to serve (can be made a day in advance). Serve with tortilla chips.
Notes
Nutrition
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I originally shared this recipe September 2017. Updated February 2021 and June 2024.
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Can this Mexican dish be heated or not
This dip is meant to be served cold. Here’s our favorite warm dip to try: https://tastesbetterfromscratch.com/cheesy-bean-dip/
Great recipe.I added diced green cabbage, then I used 1/2 chopped jalapeño over the sour cream, and chopped fresh cilantro as garnish with the sliced cherry tomatoes. Festive and delish.
So easy and delicious!
It was delicious. I added shreaded lettuce and diced jalapeños as a layer too. Good recipe
This is a great recipe. Thank you so much.
Amy’s lower sodium, organic refried black beans worked very, very well. I mixed them with diced green chilies for the first layer.
The only way to eat bean dip in my opinion. So easy, so good, and it’s always a crowd pleaser. Love this recipe!
I used to make a similar recipe to this. Refried beans mixed well with salsa and spread on the bottom, (in a bowl, mash the avocados, add the sour cream and add taco seasoning and mix well) spread this on top of the beans, add a layer of cheese, a layer of diced green onions, a layer of tomatoes, a layer of olives and serve chips or pita toast on the side.
This is he exact recipe I used to make 7-Layer Bean Dip while in college back in the 1980. IMHO, this the absolute best recipe and there was never any dip left. Sometimes we just at this in place of a meal. Delish stuff!!!
Thank you going to try this recipe it was just what I was looking for game day and my guys! It looks simple and yummy!
I love this recipe! Delicious and so easy!